Communications Specialist, Internal Comms
About The Position
The Communications Specialist is responsible for supporting the execution of internal communications tactics in support of strategies by developing clear, concise, and action-oriented business communications that enable staff understanding, alignment, and execution of organizational priorities. The Communications Specialist works closely with leaders and cross-functional partners to translate organizational decisions, initiatives and changes into accessible internal communications that support a connected and informed employee experience. We're Looking for You: The Communications Specialist is responsible for supporting internal communications initiatives by coordinating timing, channels, message development, and content planning. This position contributes to internal communications execution by drafting materials, managing workflows, and supporting leaders and teams with communications that clarify expectations, reinforce priorities, and enable staff action.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in internal, corporate, or business communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience writing business-critical communications (e.g., leadership updates, change announcements, operational guidance, executive talking points).
- Experience coordinating communications for cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders and competing timelines.
- Experience translating complex organizational decisions into clear, directive communications for internal audiences.
- Experience cultivating and managing client relationships.
- Experience organizing and coordinating multiple projects.
- Experience writing, editing and proofreading.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting communication and engagement plans or initiatives.
- Familiarity with internal communication channels, tools, and digital platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on clarity and precision.
- Experience working in a large, matrixed, or decentralized organization.
- Multilingual or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
Responsibilities
- Manages and implements focused communication tactics in support of internal communications strategies and annual plans.
- Draft, edit, and produce internal business communications, including leadership updates, briefs, internal announcements, talking points, and operational guidance.
- Coordinate cross-organizational communications efforts to support timely and accurate execution of initiatives.
- Provide project management and operational support for internal communications programs, including timelines, workflows, calendars, and shared resources.
- Support change and transformation communications by preparing materials, gathering inputs, and coordinating with partners.
- Serve as a liaison between Internal Communications leadership and key partners by consolidating updates and supporting consistent information flow.
- Support leadership communications by preparing drafts and coordinating supporting materials and logistics.
- Manage assigned projects and deliverables, with responsibility for meeting defined goals and deadlines.
- Resolve issues independently within program area and escalate risks as appropriate.
- May work with vendors or external partners to execute communications deliverables.
- Occasional travel is required for business meetings and events, trainings, and/or team retreats and meetings.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- health care benefits
- flexible spending accounts
- a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
- parental leave
- accrued paid time off
- life insurance
- disability coverage
- employee assistance program
- other life and work well-being benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
